1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Steyr |
Model | 75 | 500D |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1850 mm |